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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Lucia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this expanding desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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